Multi-Plate Clutch, Preparing For Installation

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Overview

Fig 1: Identifying Multi-Plate Clutch Overview

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Multi-Plate Clutch
- Cover secured with circlip.
- Remove carefully.
Circlips
- Quantity: 10.
- Staggered in 0.1 mm increments.
Clutch Cover
- Ensure the inner sealing lip is not damaged. Refer to INSTALLING .
Circlip
- For the cover.

-- When removing the clutch, press on the clutch cover to prevent it and the clutch pack carrier from slipping.

Fig 2: Removing Clutch From Wrapping

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NOTE:

Ensure the four piston rings are seated correctly.

The ends of the rings must not be positioned above one another.

Fig 3: Identifying Ring Installation Position

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The rings must move freely and must not stick.

Fig 4: Identifying Clutch Cover Location

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-- First check whether there is a mark on the clutch -arrow-

-- If there is no mark, apply a colored mark so the tab on the cover can be placed back in this marked location later.

-- Set the clutch down in such a way that cannot fall over.

The clutch is now ready for installation. Refer to CLUTCH, INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING .